Coleraine F.C. is a semi-pro Northern Irish club in the NIFL Premiership, based in Coleraine, founded 1927.
Duncan Ferguson has taken charge of Glentoran in the Irish Premiership, with his first game delayed by Storm Boelo. Glentoran earns a late draw against Coleraine after Jordan Stewart’s header levels late in the match, keeping the Scotsman’s start on track. The fixture follows a chaotic week that saw postponements and viral moments as Ferguson prepares his side for home games at the BetMcLean Oval.
Celtic defeat Kilmarnock 5-1, with Kasper Hogh scoring a second-half hat-trick after a bright start from the visitors. Rangers and HJK also feature in European ties, while West Ham progress in the Carabao Cup under pressure.
Northern Ireland clubs face a potential loss of a European slot as Larne exits and Rangers miss out; the play-off system and finances come under scrutiny, with implications for coefficients and domestic competition this season.